Blog category: Volunteering
Read our blog posts about volunteering
A year in pictures volunteering in Zimbabwe
Take a look back at 2019 in pictures across our volunteer projects in Zimbabwe.
Family volunteers at our wildlife sanctuary in Zimbabwe
“We had an amazing time and one we will never forget. My children feel like they made a difference in the lives of the animals, and I learned so much
6 bucket list volunteer trips
Our volunteer programmes show Africa in all her adventurous glory, and enable you to have a unique travel experience.
5 reasons to be a solo volunteer!
For solo travellers, volunteering is an organised, safe and exciting way to experience Africa, have a life-changing experience, and meet new people.
Mature volunteers tell us about their volunteer experiences
First-time Africa travellers and senior volunteers, Jim and Steve, give their advice and tips for older volunteers.
Family volunteering in Zimbabwe – “It was life-changing”
The Galenkamps returned home to the USA so inspired by the program and the people, that they brought that enthusiasm home in very tangible ways.
Volunteering for seniors – why you should take the plunge, by Jim & Steve
American volunteers, Jim and Steve, both first time Africa travellers in their early 70s, wrote to us about their ‘bucket list’ volunteering trip to Africa and how it turned into the trip of a lifetime.
A day in the life of a Primate Conservation volunteer
A volunteer’s day at the Primate Conservation Programme in Zimbabwe. Enjoy hands-on work with primates and other small animal orphans, assist with feeding, husbandry and enrichment and work on release projects.
My incredible volunteer experience in Mozambique!
From July to September hundreds of humpback whales migrate into the warm waters off the coast of Mozambique. Our Humpback Whale Research project studies these whales, identifying movement patterns and making photo ID’s of individual whales. Read about Len’s time on the project.
Read about Peter’s experience on our Anti-Poaching Training Course
Regular Conservation Travel Africa volunteer, Peter, talks about his time in South Africa on our Anti-Poaching Training course. “Tracking to 20 metres of a wild rhino without causing the animal any anxiety is just unforgettable.”
Walking in the footsteps of giants
A beautifully written testimonial by family volunteers, the Manasas, who volunteered in Zimbabwe in June 2019. Read about the wonderful time had by the whole family!
Brand new baby black rhino born at our Rhino project in Zimbabwe!
Vet student, Gianna, joined our team in Malawi as a veterinary intern in June 2019. Read about her amazing experiences working with new and exotic wildlife.